Part-Time Student Program Assistant – Student Activities​/UPAC

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Student Activities Office has openings for a part-time, undergraduate Student Program Assistant for the University Park Allocation Committee (UPAC), designed to provide undergraduate students with hands-on learning experiences that will help them to develop valuable and transferable skills. The UPAC Program Assistant is familiar with the operations and programming held within the HUB‑Robeson Center and provides exceptional customer service; be present and aware of your surroundings;

keep the office area clean; be prompt; provide administrative, program planning and implementation assistance to the professional staff when needed; continually learn office processes including but not limited to data entry and other tasks as assigned; possess strong oral communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, have a positive attitude, and exhibit a professional image. This is a 10–20 hour/week position.

• Attend the front desk in the UPAC office, monitor office phone line and provide information and support to students, advisors and others learning how to navigate the UPAC reimbursement process
• Refer students, club advisors, and others to UPAC advisors when needed
• Manage UPAC budget request submissions from student organizations on Org Central
• Communicate with UPAC staff and students about status of various budget requests

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473.

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